Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer - West

Our client is a specialist and one of the leading FMCG / Manufacturers in the country. Their dedication to customer satisfaction and product innovation makes them a trusted name in the confectionery industry.

• Diagnose and repair faults across a wide range of equipment, including conveyors, packaging systems, and automated machinery
• Carry out electrical fault-finding using wiring diagrams, schematics, and diagnostic tools
• Work on a mix of new and older plant machinery - Factory 1 being over 30 years old alongside recently installed equipment
• Ensure equipment is operating efficiently and safely with minimal downtime
• Liaise with Engineering Team Leaders and Coordinators to manage workload and priorities
• Keep accurate maintenance records in line with company and regulatory standards
• Support a team culture that values continuous improvement and safety

• Multi-skilled engineer with proven experience in a manufacturing environment (FMCG preferred, food desirable)
• Strong electrical skill set including:
• Fault finding using schematics
• Working with inverters, sensors, relays, contractors
• Experience with single and three-phase systems
• Mechanical knowledge and hands‑on ability to support breakdowns and improvements
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Engineering (Apprenticeship route preferred)
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritise tasks, and manage reactive scenarios
• Excellent communication and team collaboration

• Previous exposure to automated production lines and legacy systems
• Working knowledge of packaging equipment
• Basic PLC fault finding or awareness (training can be offered)

• 28 days holiday per year (inclusive of 8 Bank Holidays)
• Additional days off in lieu for working Bank Holidays or Sundays
• 5 days company sick pay (after 2 years' service)
• Auto‑enrolment into the NEST Pension Scheme
• Ongoing support and development opportunities

If you feel that you are a great fit for this role, apply below.